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What Is Foie Gras, and Why Is It Being Banned?
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Foie gras, the French delicacy of fattened duck liver, is now banned in NYC. Why? Because it's considered unethical. HowStuffWorks looks at the dish.
What Is the Ring Test for Gender?
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Tempted to try the ring test for gender hints before making it all seven weeks into the pregnancy? Some people swear by it despite lacking scientific evidence.
Why Do Dogs Howl?
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Wolves do it. So is howling just an inherited trait dogs have kept through the eons, or is there more to why our furry friends still vocalize in this manner?
9 Great Uses for Toothpaste Besides Brushing Your Teeth
Toothpaste is for cleaning your pearly whites, right? True, but there are other cool uses for it that you may not know about. Here are nine of them.
Meet the Zombie Ant Fungus That Inspired HBO's 'The Last of Us'
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The Ophiocordyceps unilateralis fungus makes a mockery of ant free will. But how does it take over the ant body to control its host?
Ever Driven Any of the 9 Longest Roads in the World?
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The U.S. has some of the longest highways in the world, but the nine longest are scattered all over the globe.
Past, Present, Future Tarot Spread: Unlocking the Secrets of Time
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Explore the Past-Present-Future spread for profound insights. Understand your journey through time and make informed decisions.
A Deep Dive on the Kraken, a Shipwrecking Sea Monster
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Legends of the Kraken attacking ships date back to the Vikings. But since the giant squid ended up being real, could this aquatic cryptid be out there too?
The Fascinating World of Full Moon Superstitions
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Explore full moon superstitions and their intriguing significance. Uncover cultural beliefs and lunar myths.
16 Types of Coffee to Fuel Your Next Caffeine Fix
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Coffee is more than just a morning ritual; it's a global phenomenon.